Dry Creek Cardigan
Finished Bust Size
Available in sizes: 34 (36, 38, 40, 42, 44, 46, 48, 50, 52) inches
We recommend a suggested ease of 0-2 inches for a comfortable fit.
Yarn Details
For this exquisite knitting project, we recommend using Berroco Ultra Alpaca Fine, which is composed of 50% Peruvian Wool, 20% Super Fine Alpaca, and 30% Nylon. This yarn comes in 100 g skeins with an impressive length of 433 yards. The sample is showcased in the beautiful color 1294-Turquoise Mix. You will need approximately 825 (950, 1050, 1125, 1200, 1325, 1425, 1500, 1575, 1650) yards of fingering weight yarn, depending on your chosen size.
Gauge Information
Achieve a gauge of 25 stitches = 4 inches in stockinette stitch using larger needles to ensure the perfect fit for your garment.
Recommended Needles
For this pattern, you will need:
- US 5 / 3.75 mm circular needles for the body of the garment
- US 3 / 3.25 mm circular needles for ribbing
Note: Use these sizes or adjust to obtain the correct gauge.
Essential Notions
Gather the following notions to complete your project successfully:
- Stitch markers for easy pattern tracking
- Tapestry needle to weave in ends
- Stitch holders or scrap yarn for holding stitches
- 6-8 buttons, based on your preferred spacing for button placement
- Thread and needles to securely attach buttons
- Grosgrain ribbon or backing buttons (optional for a polished finish)
Pattern Notes
This beautiful garment is knit from the bottom up in one seamless piece until reaching the armholes. At that point, the fronts and back are worked separately to create the shoulders. The shoulders are then elegantly seamed together using a 3-needle bind-off technique. To add a lovely finish, short rows are incorporated to shape the shoulder contours. This pattern is perfect for knitters looking to craft a stylish and well-fitted garment that showcases the luxurious drape of the yarn.
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